I must say you guys solved my, perhaps, ill-conceived riddle quite fast (I'm ashamed, actually) and got the date and times right. Nevertheless, the powers of red tape extended the process for hours and days longer.

But now its all done-

I'm confirmed and signed as the HOBBIT (SES) and I hope to join your community form this day forth-

I would just like to say congratulations Guillermo! We're all looking forward to these movies, and we know that you're going to do an excellent job! Good luck, and we'll be here rooting you forward! Take us there, and back again.

Welcome to Middle-earth!!! I'm so happy that a director has been assigned to "The Hobbit" and sequel! I just watched Pan's Labyrinth, it was quite good, and I feel really good about you directing these movies!!! I also am very happy to see that Weta will be involved, seeing as that they played such a huge part in "The Lord of the Rings". Any ideas yet on actors for the role of Bilbo? Keep us posted! The fate of Middle-earth rests in your hands!!! Theres some good in this world, Mr. Frodo, and its worth fighting for.

It's so great to have you here... FINALLY! You're moving to NZ and beginning an AWESOME adventure! Tell Peter Thank You! Thanks for bringing you into the fold, and thanks for never giving up on the dream or giving up on us!

When it was announced that Peter would not direct the Hobbit your name came immediately to my mind (I was the first to mention you on TORN.) I love your work and I think the Professor's story is in good hands. Kangi Ska

We were all getting a bit twitchy when no news came through, so it's great to hear that it's all signed and official.

It's just past midnight here in the UK, so I reckon it's the perfect time for an early Fiesta Friday- cheers everyone! Here's to four more wonderful years of Middle Earth magic! View my Hobbit Film Adaptation Discussion

"Then Iluvatar said to them: Of the theme that I have declared to you, I will now that ye make in harmony together a Great Music...ye shall show forth your powers in adorning this theme, each with his own devices, if he will. But I will sit and hearken, and be glad that through you great beauty has been wakened into song." - The Silmarillion

Welcome Mr. Del Toro, thank you Mr. Jackson and Ms. Walsh, thank you New Line and Mr. Emerich, and all blessings and good luck upon everyone involved in the telling of these beloved stories. I can't wait to see what you all accomplish.

Congratulations, sir! We're all very honored to have you here. I've got to say, thank you so much for being so considerate of us fans. Your joining and posting here shows that you really do care for us, and I'm sure that means a lot to everyone here, including me. Enjoy that second breakfast, you've earned it! And know that you've got an army of fans and supporters here, and I'm one of 'em!